A box cutter is a great idea. I was considering a scalpel, but the handle might be slippery in the wrong conditions, but they are designed for cutting skin and come in disposables.
I think the cut is best made rather close to the head just to either side of the trachea. I cut both sides to make it faster. Again, you did a really great job, especially when considering the circumstances. That is one finely dressed out bird! So, roast, potpie, fried? Or you could let hubby...
I know it was one of the hardest things I have ever done, so hesitation is to be expected. It doesn't get easier, but you will be better at it the next time. Depth is important and you don't want to have to recut if you can avoid it. I botched one and had to go back in to get the artery. It was...
That is an excellent first go!!! It took me a long time the first time and mine didn't look nearly as good as that! We did 6 that day. By #6 we were down to 15 minutes. I did have a second set of hands though. The knife has to go through those feathers and the skin and it is very loose. The...
Well, you be sure to tell her that she has a fan club now and that we look up to her. Grit, that is what she has! She should write a how to do it manual, I bet she has tons of tips that would benefit many.